COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Caring for Our Community, Educating Future Generations
At Southwest Texas Veterinary Medical Center, we believe our responsibility extends beyond caring for animals. We are proud to support our community, educate future generations, promote responsible animal care, and help develop the next generation of veterinary professionals.
From wildlife rehabilitation and youth livestock programs to hands-on veterinary education, we are committed to making a positive difference throughout Southwest Texas.
Hospital Tours & Veterinary Education
Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at a veterinary hospital? We enjoy sharing our work with the community!
Our hospital tours offer children, students, and adults an opportunity to explore the world of veterinary medicine. Visitors can learn about our surgical suite, diagnostic imaging, patient monitoring, and the many ways we care for animals of all shapes and sizes.
We offer engaging, age-appropriate tours for school groups, community organizations, and other interested groups.
To arrange a behind-the-scenes tour, contact Mary, our practice coordinator, at 830-278-4441.
Career Day Presentations & Youth Education
We are passionate about helping young people explore careers in veterinary medicine and animal health. Our veterinarians and team members participate in career day presentations and educational opportunities to introduce students to the many career paths available in veterinary medicine.
From veterinarians and veterinary technicians to animal care professionals, we enjoy sharing our experiences, answering questions, and helping students discover how their interests in animals and science can translate into meaningful careers.
By bringing real-world veterinary experiences into the classroom, we hope to inspire the next generation of animal health professionals.
Veterinary Science Certificate Program (VSCP)
Southwest Texas Veterinary Medical Center participates in the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Veterinary Science Certificate Program (VSCP), providing FFA students with opportunities to gain practical experience in a veterinary setting.
Through this program, students can build their knowledge of veterinary medicine while gaining valuable hands-on experience and hours learning veterinary technician skills.
Students have the opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world veterinary practice, developing practical skills and a better understanding of animal health, patient care, and the responsibilities of working in a veterinary hospital.
We are proud to support agricultural education, encourage students pursuing animal-related careers, and help prepare future generations for opportunities in veterinary medicine and animal science.
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Our commitment to animals extends beyond our patients. SWT VMC works with local authorities to provide care for orphaned and injured wildlife in our region.
Dr. Tracy Colvin and Dr. Russell are members of the National Wildlife Association, and Dr. Russell is licensed by the State of Texas to rehabilitate injured wildlife.
Whether caring for an orphaned mammal or an injured wild bird, we recognize the importance of wildlife conservation and responsible rehabilitation. We are proud to contribute to the well-being of the wildlife that shares our South Texas home.
Uvalde Youth Rodeo Club — Up-and-Coming Cowboy/Cowgirl Buckle Sponsor
For more than 50 years, the Uvalde Youth Rodeo Club has encouraged young people to develop horsemanship, sportsmanship, dedication, and a love for the sport of rodeo.
SWT VMC is honored to sponsor the Up-and-Coming Cowboy/Cowgirl Buckle, recognizing a young participant who demonstrates improvement, exceptional sportsmanship, and commitment to rodeo.
Supporting our local youth and agricultural traditions is an important part of our connection to the Uvalde community.
Uvalde County Junior Livestock Show
Agriculture and animal husbandry are an important part of life in Southwest Texas. SWT VMC proudly supports the Uvalde County Junior Livestock Show and the young exhibitors who dedicate their time and effort to raising and caring for their animals.
We believe these programs teach valuable lessons in responsibility, animal care, hard work, leadership, and perseverance.
By supporting local youth livestock programs, we are investing in the future of agriculture and the next generation of livestock producers and animal advocates.
Proud to Serve Southwest Texas
From the veterinary hospital to the classroom, the rodeo arena, and the livestock show ring, Southwest Texas Veterinary Medical Center is proud to be part of the communities we serve.
Caring for animals. Supporting our neighbors. Educating tomorrow’s animal health professionals.